Fazenda Augalevada Mercenario Blanco White Wine 2021 Vintage

Explore Fazenda Augalevada’s Mercenario Blanco 2021—a refreshing Spanish white wine crafted to highlight Galicia’s vibrant terroir through its innovative blend of Treixadura, Albariño, Torrontés, and Palomino grapes. This wine embodies the region’s coastal freshness while showcasing layered complexity derived from meticulous production methods tailored to each varietal’s character.

Starting with precision fermentation at low temperatures in stainless steel tanks ensures bright citrus and floral notes remain intact during initial processing. The magic unfolds during aging: half of the wine matures in ancient clay amphoras (400 liters) for depth and earthy undertones, while the other half ages in modern stainless steel tanks (600 liters) to preserve crispness—a unique marriage of tradition and innovation over ten months of slow development.

The grapes’ origins play a starring role here. Most come from Manolo de Traveso’s elevated vineyards along Galicia’s Miño River Valley where clay soils—distinct from swelling clays found elsewhere—work alongside granite bedrock to infuse minerality into every sip. Treixadura contributes herbal undertones from Arnoia Valley’s weathered granite terrain, while Albariño shines with citrus zest harvested from lower-lying plots near Filgueira along the riverbanks. Small lots sourced across three valleys—Arnoia’s decomposed granite slopes paired with Avia’s sun-drenched exposures and Miño’s diverse microclimates—add subtle regional nuances to this balanced blend.

Ideal for those who crave light-bodied whites without compromise on flavor depth (only 11% ABV), Mercenario Blanco offers a versatile companion for seafood or summer evenings thanks to its lively acidity framed by honeyed stone fruit tones on the palate.

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